SR: Toyota Cheetahs 27(9), Brumbies 21(11)

There is a good reason why the Brumbies are in the play-off zone and the Cheetahs are keeping the Stormers company at the other end of the standings.

They play low-risk game in which territory is vital, while they also work hard at dominating the set pieces and breakdown. Add to that their very effective kicking gamer – if it does become overbearing as last week’s 80-odd kicks in the encounter with the Sharks did – and the Brumbies become a tough team to beat.

The Cheetahs, in contrast, is a team that reverted to their high-risk attacking approach – with defence no longer at a premium. They may entertain and produce some spectacular tries, but the wins are few and far between – in fact just two in 12 starts this season.

Despite their poor record this season, Brumbies Director of Rugby Laurie Fisher feels the Cheetahs will still present his with a significant challenge.